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Summary
Finish: Original
Body Material: Alder
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .83" (1st fret), .97" (12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 25-½"
Electronics: Original single coil pickups with grey fiberboard bobbins, and 1965 ink dates. The switch has been replaced with a 5-way selector switch, with the original included in the case. The guitar is still wired with a master volume control and neck/middle pickup tone controls; the pot codes date to 1965.
Pickup Measurements: 6.3k (neck), 6.0k (middle), 6.0k (bridge)
Hardware: The nylon spacer for the string tree was removed, and a shorter screw was installed. Both original parts are included.
Weight: 7lbs 13oz
Modifications / Repairs: -The switch has been replaced with a 5-way switch
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Stratocaster shows heavy aging, with checking, finish wear, and buckle rash visible on the body. The back of the neck is worn smooth, and the headstock face and decal have heavily worn. The trem cover and pickguard are both cracked in a few spots.
Serial Number: L97792
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with medium-low action, and light neck relief. The truss rod adjustment is heavily worn, but still functional. The frets are low with mild wear present. The neck stamp, electronics codes, and serial number date the guitar to 1965.
